The University of Vermont's Independent Voice Since 1883

The Vermont Cynic

The University of Vermont's Independent Voice Since 1883

The Vermont Cynic

The University of Vermont's Independent Voice Since 1883

The Vermont Cynic

 The Arts Initiative creates an environment where students are encouraged to learn and collaborate.

Artistic growth thrives on campus

Jensen Wainwright November 16, 2015

There’s a place at UVM where everyone from bakers to painters can gather to learn and grow as artists. The Arts Initiative, a Living/Learning program, connects students directly to their art, other...

 Officials reject housing in the

Officials reject housing in the South End 

November 16, 2015

The construction of new housing in the South End has been delayed due to a resolution the Burlington City Council passed Oct. 26. The new housing was going to go into the Enterprise Zone, a small...

Artists returning for first headlining tour 

Artists returning for first headlining tour 

Allie Osorno November 16, 2015

An up-and-coming electronic artist will return to Burlington for his first headlining tour. Kill Paris, aka Corey Baker, will perform at Higher Ground Nov. 20. Kill Paris is debuting his new album,...

Futurebirds come to Burlington

‘Futurebirds’ come to Burlington

Izzy Schechter November 16, 2015

Psychedelic country band Futurebirds will be bringing their Southern-infused sound up north to Higher Ground Thursday, Nov. 5. The group, based in Athens, Georgia, is characterized by their spacey...

The US and Soviets team up in a new spy movie

Colin Kamphuis November 6, 2015

In “Bridge of Spies,” James Donovan (Hanks) is an insurance lawyer charged to defend captured Soviet spy Rudoph Abel. Despite the clamoring of the entire United States to see him sentenced to death...

‘Born Ruffians’ Spotlight

October 30, 2015

With plenty of spunk, enthusiasm and fresh music, this Canadian indie band resurfaces in Burlington. Born Ruffians made their second visit to Signal Kitchen Oct. 27, which was their first stop on the...

Venue showcases regional talent

October 30, 2015

A unique sort of ‘do it yourself’ style art show was held Oct 24 at Signal Kitchen.John “Jack” Moore, a UVM graduate who studied political science, curated the event and also displayed his own...

Madaila Preview 

October 28, 2015

Four bands will take over Burlington’s ECHO Lake Aquarium & Science Center for a spooky Halloween dance party Oct. 31.Madaila, a five-piece, Vermont-raised group of “dance-rock-pop-juggernauts,”...

Modest Mouse Hits Burlington

Autumn Benjamin October 28, 2015

Burlington finally got its much needed indie-rock fix when hundreds of fans gathered at the Memorial Auditorium for the sold out Modest Mouse concert Oct. 19. With a diverse fan base of old and...

He Named Me Malala Review

Colin Kamphuis October 28, 2015

From distinguished director Phillip Davis Guggenheim comes the film “He Named Me Malala,” the story of a young Pakistani girl attacked by Taliban fighters for seeking an education.   The...

Studio 5 Spotlight 

October 25, 2015

From mothers coming in with their 7-year old daughter to 72-year old retirees looking for new hobbies, the art of DJing is rapidly increasing in popularity in every demographic.John “DJ Johnny Utah”...

John Mulaney

October 25, 2015

You may recognize the name John Mulaney from his sitcom, “Mulaney,” but he is better known for his work as a writer on “Saturday Night Live.” Here, he co-created the character of Stefon as well...

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